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Shay Collection

"Exploring the Past

Background imageShay Collection: A donkey and cart in Market Square, St Just in Penwith, Cornwall. Early 1900s

A donkey and cart in Market Square, St Just in Penwith, Cornwall. Early 1900s
Market Square (or Commercial Square) with the Wellington Hotel in the background. There are four carts in the picture. The horse drawn cart has a boy driver

Background imageShay Collection: West end looking east, Fore Street, Probus. 1900s

West end looking east, Fore Street, Probus. 1900s
A donkey and cart carrying postman pauses to pose with others for the photograph. The workshop with the bicycle and two men standing outside, has a sign hanging above the bicycle

Background imageShay Collection: The Shay Stadium - Halifax Town FC

The Shay Stadium - Halifax Town FC
The Shay is a multi-purpose sports stadium in Halifax, West Yorkshire, England, home to F.C. Halifax Town football club and Halifax Panthers rugby league team

Background imageShay Collection: Shay Blythe

Shay Blythe Round The World Yachtsman 17 July 1999 Date: 17 July 1999

Background imageShay Collection: The one-ox shay in Florida (b / w photo)

The one-ox shay in Florida (b / w photo)
5987255 The one-ox shay in Florida (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The one-ox shay in Florida)

Background imageShay Collection: A Drama of the Dog Days (engraving)

A Drama of the Dog Days (engraving)
1107497 A Drama of the Dog Days (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Drama of the Dog Days)

Background imageShay Collection: The Iron Steed, Marin County, California, USA

The Iron Steed, Marin County, California, USA
The Iron Steed (Shay Locomotive No. 8), on the Mount Tamalpais and Muir Woods Railway, Marin County, California, USA. circa 1925

Background imageShay Collection: REBELS: COURTHOUSE, 1786. Daniel Shays rebels in possession of a courthouse in

REBELS: COURTHOUSE, 1786. Daniel Shays rebels in possession of a courthouse in western Massachusetts in 1786. Illustration after Howard Pyle

Background imageShay Collection: DANIEL SHAYS (1747?-1825). American Revolutionary soldier and insurrectionary leader

DANIEL SHAYS (1747?-1825). American Revolutionary soldier and insurrectionary leader. With his lieutenant, Job Shattuck: woodcut from the cover of a pamphlet supporting Shays Rebellion, 1787

Background imageShay Collection: SHAYS REBELLION, 1787. Governor James Bowdoins proclamation of pardon for the

SHAYS REBELLION, 1787. Governor James Bowdoins proclamation of pardon for the participants in Shays Rebellion. Broadside, 1787

Background imageShay Collection: REBELS: COURTHOUSE, 1786. Daniel Shays rebels in possession of a courthouse in

REBELS: COURTHOUSE, 1786. Daniel Shays rebels in possession of a courthouse in western Massachusetts in 1786. Illustration after Howard Pyle

Background imageShay Collection: LOCOMOTIVE, 1893. Shay geared engine logging locomotive produced from 1880 to 1945 by the Lima

LOCOMOTIVE, 1893. Shay geared engine logging locomotive produced from 1880 to 1945 by the Lima Locomotive Works (Model 450). Line engraving, 1893

Background imageShay Collection: SHAYS REBELLION, 1786. A scuffle by the courthouse at Springfield, Massachusetts

SHAYS REBELLION, 1786. A scuffle by the courthouse at Springfield, Massachusetts, between opposing factions in Shays Rebellion, 1786. Wood engraving, 19th century

Background imageShay Collection: SHAYS REBELLION, 1787. The armed confrontation between Daniel Shays rebels

SHAYS REBELLION, 1787. The armed confrontation between Daniel Shays rebels and government troops before the arsenal at Springfield, Massachusetts, on 26 January 1787. Wood engraving, 19th century

Background imageShay Collection: BLACKSMITH: WRIT, 1786. A Massachusetts blacksmith served with a writ of attachment for debt

BLACKSMITH: WRIT, 1786. A Massachusetts blacksmith served with a writ of attachment for debt during Shays Rebellion in 1786. Engraving, 19th century

Background imageShay Collection: DANIEL SHAYS (1747?-1825). American Revolutionary officer and insurrectionary leader

DANIEL SHAYS (1747?-1825). American Revolutionary officer and insurrectionary leader. Wood engraving, 19th century

Background imageShay Collection: REBELS: ARSENAL, 1787. The encounter on 26 January 1787 between Shays rebels

REBELS: ARSENAL, 1787. The encounter on 26 January 1787 between Shays rebels and government troops before the arsenal at Springfield, Massachusetts. Engraving, 19th century

Background imageShay Collection: REBELS: BATTLE, 1787. The armed confrontation between Daniel Shays rebels

REBELS: BATTLE, 1787. The armed confrontation between Daniel Shays rebels and government troops before the arsenal at Springfield, Massachusetts, on 26 January 1787. Colored engraving, 19th century

Background imageShay Collection: Deacon Jones one hoss shay, no. 2

Deacon Jones one hoss shay, no. 2. Print showing Deacon Jones in a chaise drawn by an exhausted horse, racing with a man driving a horsedrawn sulky. Date c1879. Deacon Jones one hoss shay, no. 2

Background imageShay Collection: Deacon Jones one hoss shay, no. 1

Deacon Jones one hoss shay, no. 1. Print showing Deacon Jones riding in a chaise drawn by an exhausted horse, in the background, a man driving a horsedrawn sulky is quickly gaining on Deacon Jones



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"Exploring the Past: A Glimpse into Shay's World" Step back in time to the early 1900s as we embark on a captivating journey through various locations and events associated with the name "Shay. " From West End looking east on Fore Street in Probus, immerse yourself in the charm of this quaint village. Transporting us further, let's visit The Shay Stadium - Halifax Town FC, where cheers and excitement filled the air during thrilling football matches. Venturing across continents, our next stop takes us to Market Square in St Just Penwith, Cornwall. Here, witness a simpler time as a donkey and cart gracefully traverse through bustling streets. Meanwhile, thousands of miles away in Marin County, California, experience the power and majesty of "The Iron Steed, " an iconic symbol of progress. Delving into personal stories now brings us face-to-face with individuals named Shay. Meet Shay Blythe; their presence evokes curiosity about their unique tale yet untold. Moving forward to Florida's black-and-white photograph showcasing a one-ox shay captures both simplicity and resilience within its frame. As we delve deeper into history's tapestry, an engraving titled "A Drama of Dog Days" unfolds before our eyes—a vivid depiction that sparks intrigue and invites interpretation. Once again encountering Shay Blythe raises questions about their role within this dramatic narrative. Transitioning from drama to conflict leads us to China during The Civil War era when HMS "Hermes" sailed along Yang-tze-Kiang River amidst turmoil—an image etched forever in history books. In another historical event known as Shays Rebellion (1786), rebels boldly seized possession of a courthouse under Daniel Shays' leadership—showcasing defiance against authority. Finally, let's reflect upon Daniel Shays himself—an American Revolutionary soldier turned insurrectionary leader whose actions left an indelible mark on our nation's history.